Elnur Mammadov Meets with Deputy Director-General of UNESCO

On October 26, Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Elnur Mammadov met with visiting Deputy Director-General of UNESCO Asa Regner.

Operativ Media reports, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Azerbaijan and UNESCO, intercultural dialogue, education, science, artificial intelligence, cultural heritage, sustainable tourism, the "Man and the Biosphere" Programme, as well as support for African countries and small island states.

It was noted that the Framework Agreement signed in 2013 and the Azerbaijan-UNESCO Trust Fund play an important role in developing cooperation. It was emphasized that Azerbaijan remains interested in continuing its support for UNESCO programs and projects aligned with its priorities.

UNESCO's active participation in the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue was welcomed. It was noted that the organization arranged three panel sessions within the framework of the Forum.

Elnur Mammadov provided information on the "Artificial Intelligence Strategy of the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2025–2028" and the Digital Development Council. He stated that artificial intelligence technologies are being applied to advance national development and digitize public services.

Asa Regner expressed gratitude to Azerbaijan for the high-level organization of the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue and for the ongoing partnership. She commended Azerbaijan's support for African countries, gender equality, girls' education, and small island states, which represent priority areas for UNESCO.

The meeting also featured an exchange of views on other issues of mutual interest.